Losing weight for Mickey

[twins4mimi]

Welcome Melissa, I am a fellow Kentuckian!! You've come to the right place for support.

What part of Kentucky?

 

[twins4mimi]

Welcome aboard PiperPizzaz and Aliceacc (sorry, I am computer challenged and don't have a clue how to do the cute little welcome!!)

Thanks tmatthews for the welcome and the words of encouragement! I am going to try the walking DVD's. I think I have some on VHS from years ago, need to dust them off!

Congrats Becca and keep going!!!

As for me, the end of my second day. Today was harder than yesterday, wanted to eat more than my 20 grams but didn't let myself. Drank enough water to float a boat!!!! Hope I will have good news to report on my weigh day next week!!!

Keep up the good work everyone!

 

[angiepangie8]

hoooraayyy I'm going to the YMCAaaaaa!

 

[SharpMomOfTwo]

So we woke up this morning, looked out the bedroom window, and were greeted by a blanket of white! It has snowed so much (and is still going), that we have at least 5 inches, and its only 8.30am!!! Thank goodness neither DH or I have work today, though I am suposed to stop by work to drop off some paperwork. DH is outside right now with a shovel getting the cars and driveway cleared - guess thats his excercise for the day! I still haven't gotten myself on the treadmill, and my weightloss (or lack there of) is showing it. Tomorrow night we are going out with a group of friends to dinner, and I am totally welcoming the indulgence. Its a good thing DH is home today, or I know I would be making a run to Wendys or Burger King! I'm suprised I didn't do it while on my hour lunch break this week! This has not been a good week for me, as you can tell - kids have not slept though the night in weeks, I just started my first job since having DD 3 years ago, and I've been working hour days when I'm really suposed to be working 4 hour days! I need something other than food to reward myself with - any ideas??

Together We Can Do This!


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[twins4mimi]

So we woke up this morning, looked out the bedroom window, and were greeted by a blanket of white! It has snowed so much (and is still going), that we have at least 5 inches, and its only 8.30am!!! Thank goodness neither DH or I have work today, though I am suposed to stop by work to drop off some paperwork. DH is outside right now with a shovel getting the cars and driveway cleared - guess thats his excercise for the day! I still haven't gotten myself on the treadmill, and my weightloss (or lack there of) is showing it. Tomorrow night we are going out with a group of friends to dinner, and I am totally welcoming the indulgence. Its a good thing DH is home today, or I know I would be making a run to Wendys or Burger King! I'm suprised I didn't do it while on my hour lunch break this week! This has not been a good week for me, as you can tell - kids have not slept though the night in weeks, I just started my first job since having DD 3 years ago, and I've been working hour days when I'm really suposed to be working 4 hour days! I need something other than food to reward myself with - any ideas??

Together We Can Do This!


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Hey, I am Melissa (newbie here)Thanks for making this thread and congrats on your weight loss so far... Sorry you are having a down day. Since your DH is home today how about something for just YOU....long bath with a good book, a nap, if you can safetly get out a good movie or a pedicure (my favorite) Do something for yourself because you deserve it!!!

 

[3"Mouse"keteers]

Don't think I've weighed in this week yet!


Start Weight: 213
Current Weight: 194.8
Weight Loss to Date: 18 lbs.!!!

It's slow going, but I know that's the only real way to do it and keep it off. I'll be in Disney 8 months from now!!!

 

[twins4mimi]

Don't think I've weighed in this week yet!


Start Weight: 213
Current Weight: 194.8
Weight Loss to Date: 18 lbs.!!!

It's slow going, but I know that's the only real way to do it and keep it off. I'll be in Disney 8 months from now!!!

CONGRATS!!!! That is encouraging to hear. Keep up the good work

 

[SharpMomOfTwo]

Well, I guess I couldn't wait for that indulgent meal.. we went out for lunch today, and did not stay on the diet. I had a salad, fried shrimp with fries, and then a small amound of chocolate pudding. I don't know, I'm just depressed today, and don't feel like dieting. If it weren't for the snow outside, and the fact that DH is home and won't let me go, my butt would be at the local Wegmans getting at least 2 of their Oh-So-Yummy house made deserts. Maybe some mac 'n cheese too... I don't know, I just can't stomach another healthy choice soup or frozen meal. I'm depressed that I have only lost about 1 pound in 2-3 weeks... I know I need to get excercising, but now that I just started work 8am-5pm 3 days a week (once the store opens it will only be 9-1 three days a week) and its on my feet, I just don't have the energy to do anything when I get home or on my days off. I know, I'm whining - someone tell me to shut up, stop being lazy, and just do it or else I won't lose anything and I'll just go back into my bad habits again and keep being fat!!! It also doesn't help that every five minutes DH is on the scale yelling down to me "Oh yeah - I'm at my lowest weight to date baby!!" I just want to strangle him!

 

[katybugsmom]

Hi everyone! Congats to all who are accomplishing their goals! Here's a brief bio:
I am a 4K teacher in a rural district in South Carolina. I have been teaching for 18 years. I have been overweight(varying degrees)since I was in the 3rd grade. I have been married for 11 years to my DH whom I met in college. He is an assistant principal now. We have two DC-1DD who is 9 and is also overweight and 1DS who is 3. We have taken our daughter to WDW two times and we loved every minute of it-she has actually been three times-my DH and I took a trip the summer of 98 and didn't know I was pregnant until a few days after we returned home!!!!
I joined WW in July of last year and lost 32 pounds! I was so proud of myself. I had to stop; however, when I began having my usual back problems. I had herniated disk for over a year when it decided to take a turn for the worst. I had back surgery in December less than two weeks before Christmas!!!!! Between Christmas and being depressed I began to eat all the old foods I used to and I know I have gained some weight back. I am going to take the plunge and have our school nurse weigh me tomorrow. Wish me luck!!!
My husband would like to take our DS who just turned 3 last Saturday to see Mickey Mouse. The theme for his birthday party was Mickey too! He wants to go in July and I would like to lose as much as possible before we go. I also have Spinal Stenosis, so my back will probably not get any better than it is now. After talking with other members under DISabilities I have decided to rent an ECV to make getting around easier. When you have Spinal Stenosis, walking aggravates it. No way to get around it at WDW and I want to have the same experiences with my DS that I had with my DD!!!!!
Please wish me luck!!!! I am an emotional eater-any time I am mad, or ill or tired I eat!!!! I will cheer you on and I hope you will do the same for me!!! Good luck to all out there and have a great day tomorrow!!!!

 

[tmatthews]

POST # 450!!!!! I was saving it for here....my favorite thread!

Welcome katybugsmom! Wishing you lots of luck and good health on your weight loss! I too am an emotional eater.....wish I could change that one! Also, I have about a zero ability to resist my comfort foods! But we are trying!!!!

sharpmomof2: somehow some way we just have to stop beating ourselves up! I want to lose weight and so do you! Give it all you got. YOU CAN DO IT! I think once we DO SEE SOME REAL LOSS we will feel better and then want to continue...just like DH! We just have to try harder and longer! Keep your chin up...new day.....new you!

Going back to PA this weekend...glutten for punishment!

 

[Aliceacc]

OK, I'm in.

I'm currently at my heaviest EVER- 148 lbs. I need to lose 20 pounds to be back to my ideal (translation: before kids) weight.....
The other thing I NEED to do is to get a battery for our scale!! I tried yesterday, but Target was out. (I weighed myself on Tuesday at my in-laws.)

After hitting 3 stores looking for a lithium battery that was the right size, I broke down and bought a new scale.

I know it's a different scale, but it's registering 142.5. So I'm going to take that as a sign of encouragement and convince myself that I really did lose 5.5 pounds in a few days. (My jeans don't feel any looser, but, hey, a girl can pretend, right???)

The scale I bought had a picture on the front with "127.5" on it. So that's officially my goal!

 

[karenklo]

I just found this thread and NEED to join! We are going back to disney for NTE this year. I look at our 2006 pics and hate the way I look in them! i want to have plenty of energy and look great when we get back to my favorite place on earth!

 

[SharpMomOfTwo]

Hey all.... I know there is a major flu going around, and I must have caught it! DH is out to dinner with his softball team (I was suposed to go as well, but our babysitter canceled), so I've been planning all day that since hes eating out, why can't I, and I was going to order some yummy, and oh so unhealthy Chicken Holiday for myself (fried chicken), and I just can't do it. I'm not even hungry, and I haven't eaten dinner yet, though thats not really good either. I'm just proud of myself that I have every opportunity to get any kind of food I want delievered, and I'm not doing it. To bad I ate that cookie earlier.....

Together We Can Do This!


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[CRdisMom]

I love this thread! It gives me hope that the "normal" people out weigh the skinny ones.

I hope I'm not too late to join

Name: Laura
Age: 32
Location: Minneapolis
Reasons I can’t lose weight: My intake is greater than my output
Next trip to Disney: May 5-9, 2008
Last trip: October 1998 -- Honeymoon
Weight: 170
New diet start date: Jan 17th (4lbs lost to date)
Exercise: YMCA- 20-30 min cardio and weights alternating days
Diet Plan: Cut down on sugars and pop. Need to increase veggies
Meal that gives me the most problem: Lunch-I just graze while feeing DD 1.5 and DD 6.

My main goal to to be able to walk around MK comfortably.

 

[Jonny_Duck]

Hi there... I am new to disboards and would love to join all of you. I have been working hard to try to get in shape to be able to go to disney and not have to wory about seatbelts fitting and my feet hurting on walking. Things are going well so far it is slowing down now though but I have high hopes I will finish in time.

Name: Jon
Location: Florida
Age: 25
Start weight: 383
Current weight: 309
Goal: As much as I can
Strategy: Gave up soda and Late night food, Healthier fast food options. Everyday Subway 6" sub for lunch otw to work. Been bike riding, jumping jacks, toe taps at work. Running with Nephew and other fun type exercise during Saturday.
Trip date: August 5th

I havent been able to read through all the pages of posts but I did get some done and I believe only saw one man so hope no problem with me joining in the excitement Glad to hear everyones' stories so far it is great what you all are doing and I will keep reading and hope to provide as much encounragement as possible.

 

[Jonny_Duck]

Well after reading more and more posts I saw that everyone is sharing their life story so figured I would post more about myself. I live in Naples, FL and have for roughly 12 years or so now. I was born in Texas but was only there for about 8 months till parents moved me around the states. Most my childhood was in Ohio and I did enjoy it there. Every since I got to FL I have gained more and more weight have had less and less friends and a terrible place for me. (Reason I dont leave is comming up) I have no kids and have never been married. Family is very important to me though and my mom is my best friend. She happens to live in same apartment complex as me so I get my dinners made for me for this diet I suppose I would call it just basically a healthier way to live. I have 2 sisters and 2 nephews and 1 niece. Those kids are reason I stay in FL and reason for my lifestyle change. They are more important then anything to me. I spend my saturdays with my 2 nephews as its my only day off and only time I have fun. My Niece is in SC livin with her father atm and we see her on special occations(like disney) and Holidays. I work 45 ish hours a week and survive on my overtime. I work at the greyhound track down here. Its a pretty cool job overall if it wasnt for the pay. Basically my job title is production assistant I believe. I do all the live performance stuff basically that involves putting it up on TV. Thats basically my life in a nutshell. Its nice to meet you all and I will continue to read through all the pages when I can.

 

[tmatthews]

I love this thread! It gives me hope that the "normal" people out weigh the skinny ones.

I hope I'm not too late to join

Name: Laura
Age: 32
Location: Minneapolis
Reasons I can’t lose weight: My intake is greater than my output
Next trip to Disney: May 5-9, 2008
Last trip: October 1998 -- Honeymoon
Weight: 170
New diet start date: Jan 17th (4lbs lost to date)
Exercise: YMCA- 20-30 min cardio and weights alternating days
Diet Plan: Cut down on sugars and pop. Need to increase veggies
Meal that gives me the most problem: Lunch-I just graze while feeing DD 1.5 and DD 6.

My main goal to to be able to walk around MK comfortably.

Love the simple reason for not being able to lose weight!! LOL!
Welcome JON!!

 

[twins4mimi]

Hi there... I am new to disboards and would love to join all of you. I have been working hard to try to get in shape to be able to go to disney and not have to wory about seatbelts fitting and my feet hurting on walking. Things are going well so far it is slowing down now though but I have high hopes I will finish in time.

Name: Jon
Location: Florida
Age: 25
Start weight: 383
Current weight: 309
Goal: As much as I can
Strategy: Gave up soda and Late night food, Healthier fast food options. Everyday Subway 6" sub for lunch otw to work. Been bike riding, jumping jacks, toe taps at work. Running with Nephew and other fun type exercise during Saturday.
Trip date: August 5th

I havent been able to read through all the pages of posts but I did get some done and I believe only saw one man so hope no problem with me joining in the excitement Glad to hear everyones' stories so far it is great what you all are doing and I will keep reading and hope to provide as much encounragement as possible.

Welcome, to a wonderful support group. I just joined and have read through all the posts and love the support people give even when they are down themselves. I have a LONG way to go in my weight loss but with this group at my side we can do it!!!!!

 

[twins4mimi]

I love this thread! It gives me hope that the "normal" people out weigh the skinny ones.

I hope I'm not too late to join

Name: Laura
Age: 32
Location: Minneapolis
Reasons I can’t lose weight: My intake is greater than my output
Next trip to Disney: May 5-9, 2008
Last trip: October 1998 -- Honeymoon
Weight: 170
New diet start date: Jan 17th (4lbs lost to date)
Exercise: YMCA- 20-30 min cardio and weights alternating days
Diet Plan: Cut down on sugars and pop. Need to increase veggies
Meal that gives me the most problem: Lunch-I just graze while feeing DD 1.5 and DD 6.

My main goal to to be able to walk around MK comfortably.

Welcome Laura, I had that same reason that you did!! But I am kicking it in the butt You have come to a great support group

 

[twins4mimi]

After hitting 3 stores looking for a lithium battery that was the right size, I broke down and bought a new scale.

I know it's a different scale, but it's registering 142.5. So I'm going to take that as a sign of encouragement and convince myself that I really did lose 5.5 pounds in a few days. (My jeans don't feel any looser, but, hey, a girl can pretend, right???)

The scale I bought had a picture on the front with "127.5" on it. So that's officially my goal!

Way to go on the 5 lbs!! You are doing great